A researcher is examining the relation between two variables variable X and variable Y. If she is conducting a correlational study, the researcher ____________ variable X and ____________ variable Y.
A)manipulates; manipulates
B)manipulates; measures
C)measures; manipulates
D)measures; measures

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In a correlational study, the researcher measures both variables (X and Y) without manipulating them, to understand the relationship or association between them.

A Researcher Is Examining the Relation Between Two Variables Variable